Comet PANSTARRS gives astronomy lovers a real treat

Clear skies to make for optimum viewing this week

If you're into astronomy, chances are you saw Comet PANSTARRS Tuesday night. The comet continues to be visible in the western sky near the thin, crescent moon near twilight. So make sure to look after sunset before the sky completely darkens. Sunset in Oklahoma City is around 7:40 p.m. According to NASA, you can see it with the naked eye, although many I have spoken with say they have had to use binoculars.

Didn't catch the comet? PANSTARRS will be visible once again Wednesday and Thursday night. Clear skies across much of Oklahoma should make for optimum viewing.

Through the rest of March, the comet will move toward the northern sky and fade. Happy hunting and don't forget to send your pictures to u Local on www.koco.com. You can also follow me on Twitter: @DanielleDozier to find other related information.

-- Danielle

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